Emma vs Hollis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emma

Girl #2 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strength"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2
Total SSA Count
13,485
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Em, Emmy

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Hollis

Boy #1,055 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"near the holly trees"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,055
Total SSA Count
208
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Holli, Holly

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Hollis Rank #1,055

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1055 for Hollis.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Emma ___

  • Emma Rose
  • Emma Grace
  • Emma Jane
  • Emma Louise
  • Emma Kate
  • Emma Marie

Hollis ___

  • Hollis James
  • Hollis Reed
  • Hollis Dean
  • Hollis Grant
  • Hollis Wayne
  • Hollis Finn

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Hollis

Callum Rowan Wren Hazel Birch

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Hollis more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Hollis at #1055 in the United States.

What do Emma and Hollis mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Hollis means "near the holly trees" (Old English origin).

Are Emma and Hollis boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Hollis is primarily a boy name.

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